An active pedagogue, clinician, and performer, Christopher Hotaling employs elements from his background in vocal performance in his approach to teaching and playing all low brass instruments. He believes strongly in the importance of lyrical, songlike playing as a means of promoting growth in his students, and he enjoys incorporating vocal repertoire in lessons and performances. Chris is currently Adjunct Professor of Tuba at SUNY Fredonia’s School of Music, where he teaches weekly lessons to all tuba majors, directs the Fredonia Tuba-Euphonium Ensemble, and teaches courses related to low brass teaching and pedagogy. His recent performance appearances include the Erie Philharmonic Orchestra, Orchestra of Northern New York, Northern Symphonic Winds, the renowned Eastman Wind Ensemble, and more.

Chris holds B.M. degrees in Euphonium Performance and Music Education from The Crane School of Music at SUNY Potsdam, where he was named a Presser Scholar, and M.M. and D.M.A. degrees from the Eastman School of Music in Rochester, NY, where he was also awarded the prestigious Performer’s Certificate. His teachers include Dr. Charles Guy for euphonium, Mark Kellogg for euphonium and trombone, and the late Dr. Lonel Woods for voice.